

Empowering Hairdressers through knowledge, creativity & care. Stay on-trend and up-to-date with the latest techniques in the world of hairdressing and barbering! Browse our Advanced Hairdressing Courses below...
Beginner Level Course
Course Type
Cutting & Styling
Course Level
Beginner
Course Cost
£240
Course Length
One Day
Suitable for...
Perfect for those beginning their hair styling journey or looking to revisit foundational skills. Ideal for Apprentices and new or existing Stylists.
Course Info
The Perfect Finish is a fun and hands-on day where you can experiment with your styling techniques and perfect your signature finished looks. Whether using a block head or practising on a colleague, you'll learn how to get the most out of your client's hair, creating results that are ready for Instagram and ideal for your salon's social media.
Course Content
- Explore on-trend styling techniques.
- Learn to use various tools for diverse styling results.
- Master the perfect blow dry and tips for healthy hair.
- Develop an eye for detail to elevate your styling.
- Gain confidence in choosing the right products for each client.
Equipment Required
Hairdryer, brushes, clips, heated tools, and a colleague (optional).
Equipment Provided
Blocks, heated tools, curl clips, and products.
Course Date/s
Tuesday 3rd June 2025Tuesday 14th October 2025
Time
9.30am - 4.30pm
Venue
FG MAN - 6 Lichfield Road, Stafford, ST17 4JXSHOW ON MAP
Beginner Level Course
Course Type
Cutting & Styling
Course Level
Beginner
Course Cost
£720
Course Length
Three Days
Suitable for...
For those beginning their hair cutting and styling journey or looking to revisit foundational techniques. Ideal for Apprentices and new Stylists.
Course Info
A fun, focused three-day course designed to introduce core cutting techniques and commercial trends. 'Get Set To Cut' is perfect for apprentices starting their journey toward becoming talented, confident stylists.
Course Content
- Essential cutting techniques and tools
- Understanding angles, tension, and precision
- Perfecting stance and posture for cutting
- Inspiring, trend-based haircuts to spark creativity
Equipment Required
Hairdryer, scissors, cutting comb, six sectioning clips, brushes, heated tools.
Equipment Provided
Blocks, writing materials, educational booklet.
Course Date/s
Tuesday 25th February to Thursday 27th Febraury 2025 Tuesday 4th March to Thursday 6th March 2025Tuesday 27th May to Thursday 29th May 2025Tuesday 5th August to Thursday 7th August 2025
Time
9.30am - 5.00pm
Venue
FG MAN - 6 Lichfield Road, Stafford, ST17 4JXSHOW ON MAP
Beginner Level Course
Course Type
Cutting & Styling
Course Level
Beginner
Course Cost
£960
Course Length
Four Days (split over two weeks)
Suitable for...
For those beginning their hair cutting and styling journey or revisiting foundational techniques. Ideal for Apprentices and new Stylists.
Course Info
An in-depth four-day course focusing on 15 core Classic Cutting techniques. Perfect for stylists looking to strengthen their cutting foundations, refine their skills, or rejuvenate their technique. The course ends with a creative demonstration and cutting on live clients.
Course Content
- 15 core Classic Cutting techniques
- Understanding angles, tension, and precision
- Perfecting stance and posture
- Mastering the three main cutting methods
- Essential cutting tools
- Live client work & creative demonstration
Equipment Required
Scissors, cutting combs of varying lengths, six sectioning clips, hairdryer, round brushes, Denman or Vess brush for wrapping dry, straightening irons.
Equipment Provided
Blocks, writing materials, educational booklet.
Course Date/s
Tuesday 11th March & Wednesday 12th March 2025 (Week 1)
Tuesday 18th March & Wednesday 19th March 2025 (Week 2)
Tuesday 6th May & Wednesday 7th May 2025 (Week 1)
Tuesday 13th May & Wednesday 14th May 2025 (Week 2)
Tuesday 19th August & Wednesday 20th August 2025 (Week 1)
Tuesday 26th August & Wednesday 27th August 2025 (Week 2)
Tuesday 11th November & Wednesday 12th November 2025 (Week 1)
Tuesday 18th November & Wednesday 19th November 2025 (Week 2)
Time
9.30am - 5.00pm
Venue
FG MAN - 6 Lichfield Road, Stafford, ST17 4JXSHOW ON MAP
Beginner Level Course
Course Type
Cutting & Styling
Course Level
Beginner
Course Cost
£3,600
Course Length
Three Weeks (five days per week)
Suitable for...
For Apprentices or new Stylists who have completed the Francesco Hair Salon Fundamental courses and are about to become commercial Stylists.
Course Info
A comprehensive three-week programme that deepens your creative and commercial cutting skills. Led by Director Of Advanced Education Paul Corbett, delegates will work alongside guest artists to hone their cutting, styling, and guest experience skills. The course is designed for those with a solid grasp of the 15 Classic Cutting techniques and a Level 2 Hair Professional qualification.
Course Content
- Induction day focused on teamwork and guest interaction
- Product knowledge and home care offerings
- Styling Science Lab: experimenting with techniques and products
- Creating tailored long, mid-length, and short haircuts
- Performance reviews to track progress
- Precision cutting and designing for different head and face shapes as well as different textures
- Introduction to Men's Hairdressing
- An introduction to Men's Hairdressing skills
Equipment Required
Complete hairdressing kit: scissors, thinning scissors, hairdryer and diffuser, razor, round brushes, paddle brush, Denman or Vess brush, sectioning clips, straightening irons, curling tongs, curling wand.
Equipment Provided
Blocks and educational materials.
Course Date/s
Monday 6th January to Friday 24th January 2025Monday 24th March to Friday 11th April 2025Monday 16th June to Friday 4th July 2025Monday 8th September to Friday 26th September 2025
Time
9.00am - 5.00pm
Venue
FG MAN - 6 Lichfield Road, Stafford, ST17 4JXSHOW ON MAP
Expert Level Course
Course Type
Cutting & Styling
Course Level
Expert
Course Cost
£240
Course Length
One Day
Suitable for...
For Stylists and Senior Stylists with a minimum of 1-year salon floor experience, aiming to refine their commercial cutting and styling skills.
Course Info
Perfect your bob cutting with this focused one-day course. Learn the history and evolution of the bob haircut, and master consultation methods to design bespoke styles. Gain a deep understanding of layering, graduation, angles, and when to apply precision, disconnection, or soft textures.
Course Content
- History, theory, and modern trends of the bob
- Step-by-step learning of a soft, commercial bob
- Precision cutting techniques for the perfect bob shape
Equipment Required
Scissors, cutting combs of varying lengths, six sectioning clips, hairdryer, Denman or Vess brush, straightening irons.
Equipment Provided
Blocks, writing materials, educational material, styling products.
Course Date/s
Monday 3rd February 2025Monday 19th May 2025Monday 20th Ocotber 2025
Time
9.30am - 5.00pm
Venue
FG MAN - 6 Lichfield Road, Stafford, ST17 4JXSHOW ON MAP
Expert Level Course
Course Type
Cutting & Styling
Course Level
Expert
Course Cost
£240
Course Length
One Day
Suitable for...
Stylists and Senior Stylists with at least 1 year of salon floor experience, looking to perfect their short hair cutting and styling techniques.
Course Info
A comprehensive day designed to boost your confidence and creativity with short haircuts. Learn to break down short hairstyles, create movement, and tailor designs through theory, demonstration, and hands-on practice. Perfect for qualified hairdressers aiming to advance their cutting skills.
Course Content
- Understand the art and impact of short hair
- Explore a variety of short hairstyles and suitability
- Techniques for consultation, movement creation, and style variation
- Step-by-step learning of two short haircuts with mirrored practice
Equipment Required
Scissors, cutting comb (preferably short), thinning scissors, razor, six sectioning clips, hairdryer, straightening irons, curling tools, Denman or Vess brush, smaller round brushes.
Equipment Provided
Blocks, educational booklet, writing materials, products, heated tools
Course Date/s
Monday 3rd March 2025Tuesday 9th June 2025Monday 3rd November 2025
Time
9.30am - 5.00pm
Venue
FG MAN - 6 Lichfield Road, Stafford, ST17 4JXSHOW ON MAP
Creative Level Course
Course Type
Cutting & Styling
Course Level
Creative
Course Cost
£240
Course Length
One Day
Suitable for...
Stylists and Senior Stylists with at least 2 years of salon floor experience, looking to explore creative razor cutting techniques and energize their passion for hairdressing.
Course Info
Unlock the potential of razor cutting with Francesco Hair Salon's 'Razor Focus' course. Whether you're new to razor cutting or seeking to refine your skills, this one-day workshop introduces techniques, trends, and applications for creating versatile, modern styles. Practice two razor haircuts under expert guidance to liberate your creative cutting abilities.
Course Content
- Introduction or re-introduction to razor cutting techniques
- When and why to use the razor
- Trend-focused razor cutting methods
- Step-by-step learning of two razor haircuts
- Razor maintenance and cut care
Equipment Required
Razor with replacement blade, scissors and thinning scissors, cutting combs, six sectioning clips, hairdryer with diffuser, straightening irons, Denman or Vess brush.
Equipment Provided
Blocks, educational booklet, writing materials, products, heated tools.
Course Date/s
Monday 10th March 2025Monday 11th August 2025
Time
9.30am - 5.00pm
Venue
FG MAN - 6 Lichfield Road, Stafford, ST17 4JXSHOW ON MAP
Creative Level Course
Course Type
Cutting & Styling
Course Level
Creative
Course Cost
£240
Course Length
One Day
Suitable for...
Stylists and Senior Stylists with a minimum of 2 years salon floor experience, looking to refine their precision cutting skills and boost their creative edge.
Course Info
Explore the intricate art of Precision Cutting in this one-day course. Discover expert techniques to craft bold, sharp shapes while understanding how body movement and hair placement influence face shapes. Gain the skills and knowledge to enhance your cutting ability and create stunning, tailored styles.
Course Content
- Introduction to Precision Cutting
- Finding creative inspiration
- Step-by-step precision haircut tutorials
- Understanding face shapes and their impact on style
Equipment Required
Scissors and thinning scissors, cutting combs, six Sectioning clips, hairdryer, straightening irons, Denman or Vess Brush.
Equipment Provided
We will provide: Blocks (one per person), PowerPoint Projection, Writing Materials, Products, Heated Tools.
Course Date/s
Monday 28th April 2025Tuesday 21st October 2025
Time
9.30am - 4.30pm
Venue
FG MAN - 6 Lichfield Road, Stafford, ST17 4JXSHOW ON MAP
Beginner Level Course
Course Type
Colour
Course Level
Beginner
Course Cost
£125
Course Length
Two Hours (approx)
Suitable for...
For people who are brand new to the Wella Professionals colour brand. A perfect introduction to those starting their hairdressing journey with Wella or for qualified Stylists who are new to the brand.
Course Info
Explore the Wella colour portfolio and learn about this fantastic colour brand. This is the perfect session to teach you everything you need to know about the Colour Products in the Wella Portfolio.
Course Content
This is a 2 hour Online session covering the full Wella colour Portfolio. Q and A session will also take place at the end of the session.
Equipment Required
Be sure to have a pen and paper and get ready to take lots of notes. The session will run via Zoom and we advise watching on a laptop or computer.
Equipment Provided
A Zoom link will be provided via email prior to the course.
Course Date/s
Monday 6th January 2025Tuesday 20th May 2025Tuesday 2nd September 2025
Time
9.30am - 11.30pm
Venue
FG MAN - 6 Lichfield Road, Stafford, ST17 4JXSHOW ON MAP
Beginner Level Course
Course Type
Colour
Course Level
Beginner
Course Cost
£480
Course Length
Two Days
Suitable for...
For people beginning their hair colour journey or looking to revisit the foundations of colour. Ideal for Brand New Apprentices and those working towards their Level 2 or 3.
Course Info
A perfect course to take your first steps into the colouring world. This course will give you an insight into the Francesco Group methodology to colour, providing you with the core knowledge and skills to start your colour journey.
Course Content
Recap the Product portfolio.
Introduction to Consultation and Client Journey.
Learn the fundamental colour knowledge needed to start your colour journey in the salon.
Practical session - root and full head colour application.
Equipment Required
Tail Comb, Eight Sectioning Clips, Hairdryer, Brushes
Equipment Provided
PowerPoint Projection, Blocks, Colour Dispensary, Writing Materials
Course Date/s
Tuesday 4th February to Wednesday 5th February 2025Tuesday 11th February to Wednesday 12th FebruaryMonday 7th July to Tuesday 8th July 2025Monday 6th October to Tuesday 7th October 2025
Time
9.30am - 5.00pm
Venue
FG MAN - 6 Lichfield Road, Stafford, ST17 4JXSHOW ON MAP
Beginner Level Course
Course Type
Colour
Course Level
Beginner
Course Cost
£480
Course Length
Two Days
Suitable for...
For people beginning their hair colour journey or looking to revisit the foundations of colouring and styling. Ideal for Apprentices and Graduate Stylists.
Course Info
Everything you need to master the fundamentals of foiling! This course will give you an insight into the Francesco Hair Salon methodology to foiling, providing the core knowledge and skills to take away and put into practice within your salon. Get hands on and perfect your sectioning skills and explore a variety of techniques from weaving to slicing. Perfect for any hairdresser who is new to foiling or wanting to brush up on their foiling techniques.
Course Content
A Two Day course working on techniques, precision and neatness, placement and efficiency.
Equipment Required
Tail Comb, Eight Sectioning Clips, Hairdryer, Brushes
Equipment Provided
PowerPoint Projection, Blocks, Colour Dispensary, Writing Materials
Course Date/s
Monday 24th March to Tuesday 25th March 2025Monday 9th June to Tuesday 10th June 2025Monday 6th October to Tuesday 7th October 2025
Time
9.30am - 4.30pm
Venue
FG MAN - 6 Lichfield Road, Stafford, ST17 4JXSHOW ON MAP
Beginner Level Course
Course Type
Colour
Course Level
Beginner
Course Cost
£240
Course Length
One Day
Suitable for...
For people working towards being ready on the shop floor and wanting to learn the fundamental knowledge of bleach and tone. Ideal for Apprentices and Graduate Stylists.
Course Info
Taking your fundamental first steps into how to create the perfect blonde.You will discover the Blondor Portfolio in more detail and learn how to get the perfect lift every time. Enjoy a toning masterclass giving you the confidence in both application and also the tools to choose your own toners in the future. Whether you are foiling or freehand painting we want you to nail your blondes every time.
Course Content
Wella Blondor discovery session.
How to get the perfect lift.
Toning Masterclass get hands on with commercial blonde techniques to get you started in the salon.
Equipment Required
Tail Comb, Eight Sectioning Clips, Hairdryer, Brushes
Equipment Provided
PowerPoint Projection, Blocks, Colour Dispensary, Writing Materials
Course Date/s
Monday 10th Febraury 2025Monday 7th April 2025Monday 1st September 2025Monday 24th November 2025
Time
9.30am - 5.00pm
Venue
FG MAN - 6 Lichfield Road, Stafford, ST17 4JXSHOW ON MAP
Beginner Level Course
Course Type
Colour
Course Level
Beginner
Course Cost
£480
Course Length
Two Days
Suitable for...
For people working towards becoming colourists in the salon.
Ideal for Apprentices and Graduate Stylists.
This course is also used as a pre-assessment for the Colour Vardering programme.
Course Info
Build confidence in choosing a colour for your client yourself and delivering the perfect consultation. This course will shape you to begin working with your own clients in the salon.
Course Content
Analysing hair and colour choice theory.
Practical session with clients.
Theory exam on all fundamental colour knowledge.
Equipment Required
Tail Comb, Eight Sectioning Clips, Hairdryer, Brushes
Equipment Provided
PowerPoint Projection, Blocks, Colour Dispensary, Writing Materials
Course Date/s
Monday 17th February to Tuesday 18th February 2025Monday 16th June to Tuesday 17th June 2025Monday 29th September to Tuesday 30th September 2025
Time
9.30am - 5.00pm
Venue
FG MAN - 6 Lichfield Road, Stafford, ST17 4JXSHOW ON MAP
Beginner Level Course
Course Type
Colour
Course Level
Beginner
Course Cost
£2,160
Course Length
Three Weeks (three days per week)
Suitable for...
For people beginning their hair colour and styling journey or looking to revisit the foundations of colouring and styling. Ideal for Apprentices and Graduate Stylists.
Course Info
Francesco Hair Salons' 3 week Colour Vardering course our flagship colour programme; designed to help you take the next step on your journey. You will spend three weeks being guided by our Colour education team, this course will elevate your skills to be shop floor ready.
Course Content
Equipment Required
Tail Comb, Eight Sectioning Clips, Hairdryer, Brushes
Equipment Provided
PowerPoint Projection, Blocks, Colour Dispensary, Writing Materials
Course Date/s
Monday 14th April to Wednesday 30th April 2025 Monday 14th July to Wednesday 30th July 2025Monday 20th Ocotber to Wednesday 5th November 2025
Time
9.00am - 5.00pm
Venue
FG MAN - 6 Lichfield Road, Stafford, ST17 4JXSHOW ON MAP
Expert Level Course
Course Type
Colour
Course Level
Expert
Course Cost
£240
Course Length
One Day
Suitable for...
Ideal for Stylists and Senior Stylists who are looking for inspiration and new ideas. Minimum 1 year salon floor qualified experience.
Course Info
A chance to discover the latest trends and techniques in all things blonde. With blonde being the most popular colour service in the salon this course will give you the inspiration and ideas to take back and excite your clients. Avoid getting stuck into a rut with techniques and learn new commercial friendly ways to executed your blondes.
Course Content
Enjoy an immersive live demo showcasing a minimum of 2 techniques to take back, alongside a trend forecast.
Equipment Required
Tail Comb, Eight Sectioning Clips, Hairdryer, Brushes
Equipment Provided
PowerPoint Projection, Blocks, Colour Dispensary, Writing Materials
Course Date/s
Monday 17th March 2025Monday 12th November 2025
Time
9.30am - 4.30pm
Venue
FG MAN - 6 Lichfield Road, Stafford, ST17 4JXSHOW ON MAP
Expert Level Course
Course Type
Colour
Course Level
Expert
Course Cost
£240
Course Length
One Day
Suitable for...
Ideal for Stylists and Senior Stylists who are looking for inspiration and new ideas. Minimum 1 year salon floor qualified experience.
Course Info
Spend the day learning how to face those colour challenges on the shop floor. This day is an in-depth look at the most valuable techniques and knowledge needed to advance your creative colour knowledge. Learn about what is possible with colour transformation, and feel confident in your ability to advise your clients on new possibilities.
Course Content
This one-day course is designed to enhance your skills in tackling complex colour challenges.
Key Areas Covered:
• Mastering colour transformations: light to dark and dark to light
• Pre-colouring and colour matching techniques
• Practical, hands-on correction work to refine your approach
Ideal for Stylists looking to expand their expertise and confidently address a variety of colour correction scenarios.
Equipment Required
Tail Comb, Eight Sectioning Clips, Hairdryer, Brushes
Equipment Provided
PowerPoint Projection, Blocks, Colour Dispensary, Writing Materials
Course Date/s
Monday 12th May 2025Monday 17th November 2025
Time
9.30am - 4.30pm
Venue
FG MAN - 6 Lichfield Road, Stafford, ST17 4JXSHOW ON MAP
Fundamental / Expert Level Course
Course Type
Men's
Course Level
Fundamental / Expert
Course Cost
£720
Course Length
Three Days (two consecutive days, one follow up day approx six weeks later)
Suitable for...
Graduate / Commercial Stylists wanting to progress confidently in men's hair whilst developing Classic/Modern Barbering techniques in a salon friendly approach.
Course Info
Understand how and when to use the correct tools on all aspects of Men's hair lengths. Building a level of understanding of the foundations contributing to Mens hair cutting,styling and shape in this level progressive course to help you achieve tailored client looks whilst developing further on your current skill set adding traditional & modern barbering techniques.
Course Content
The course will include theory, demonstrations and a practical session to cover: Consultation, Equipment, Skin Fades/Fades / Taper / Texturising and finishing whilst managing client expectations. Essential hygiene and maintenance is incorporated throughout.
Day One
- Inductions & Introductions
- Understanding the fundamentals
- Demonstration
- Workshop
- Identify strengths and weaknesses
Day Two
- Tailored structure
- Demonstration
- Practical session
- Performance review
- Progression plan
Day Three
- Recap/review
- Exam
- 1 on 1 training session
- Certificates
Equipment Required
Delegates will need: Scissors, Thinning Scissors, Clippers, Trimmers, Guards, Cutting Comb, Clipper Comb (Wide Flat Comb), Hairdryer, a Selection of Styling Brushes.
Equipment Provided
PowerPoint Projection, Blocks, Colour Dispensary, Writing Materials
Course Date/s
Day 1 - Monday 3rd March 2025
Day 2 - Tuesday 4th March 2025
Day 3 - Tuesday 8th April 2025
Day 1 - Monday 12th May 2025
Day 2 - Tuesday 13th May 2025
Day 3 - Tuesday 24th June 2025
Time
10.00am - 5.00pm
Venue
FG MAN - 6 Lichfield Road, Stafford, ST17 4JXSHOW ON MAP
Fundamental Level Course
Course Type
Men's
Course Level
Fundamental
Course Cost
£240
Course Length
-
Suitable for...
Salon Team's of all levels wanting to gain knowledge and experience in men's hair.
Course Info
Course is upon request and will involve consultation prior to build the correct experience for you and your team.
Course Content
Here at FG Man we focus on excellence with providing you on not just how to cut men's hair but how to expand your services provided in your shop, this can include:
- Salon team days
- Shaving & Facial services
- System Demonstrations & Knowledge
- Scalp Care using Nioxin
Equipment Required
Delegates will need: Scissors, Thinning Scissors, Clippers, Trimmers, Guards, Cutting Comb, Clipper Comb (Wide Flat Comb), Hairdryer, a Selection of Styling Brushes.
Equipment Provided
PowerPoint Presentation tools.
Course Date/s
Available on request
Time
10.00am - 5.00pm
Venue
Please note this course will take place at your salon venue and all demonstration/practical models will need to be provided by the prorietor.SHOW ON MAP
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